MRC Coordinator
Georgia Department of Public Health
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Athens, GA
$25 an hour - Part-time
Georgia Department of Public Health
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Pay • $25 an hour
Job type • Part-time
 
Location Athens, GA
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Description
Pay Grade: K
Job Code: GSP090
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Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
As a MRC unit leader, you are responsible for ensuring that your unit continually meets the MRC registration criteria and remains an active and viable member of the national MRC network. This individual will lead the development, management, operation, and sustainability of the unit. This position will work up to 29 hours per week.
As a MRC Coordinator within the Northeast Health District at the Georgia Department of Public Health , you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.
Job Responsibilities
As a minimum, MRC unit leaders are expected to accomplish certain ongoing activities essential to the viability, effectiveness, and success of the MRC unit. These activities include:
• Updating the MRC unit’s profile on the MRC Program website at least quarterly (once every three months)
• Following guidelines for requesting and utilizing the MRC logo
• Developing plans for establishing, administering, and sustaining the unit
• Verifying the credentials of members with professional licenses and certifications
• Participating in public health, preparedness, and emergency response activities consistent with the unit’s mission
• Developing and enhancing partnerships and affiliations with local and community stakeholders
• Active participation in the MRC network at the local, state, regional, and national levels
Developing comprehensive plans and strategies to establish, operate, and sustain the MRC unit are essential responsibilities of the MRC unit leader. These plans and strategies should focus on the core elements of the MRC unit, including:
• Developing a mission, goals, and objectives for the MRC unit
• Developing a process for volunteer screening and verification of professional credentials
• Volunteer management, including recruitment, engagement, recognition, and retention of volunteers
• Developing an appropriate organizational structure (that allows for management and utilization of volunteers)
• Developing partnerships with local stakeholders, such as local government agencies and community groups
• Integrating the MRC unit into local and state plans for public health and emergency response
• Developing a volunteer training program that includes ICS and NIMS, and incorporates the MRC Core Competencies
• Developing procedures for volunteer activation, utilization, and deactivation
• Developing and implementing plans and strategies for sustaining the MRC unit
• Evaluating the effectiveness of MRC unit programs and activities, and the performance of MRC volunteers
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND One year of related experience
OR
Completion of an apprenticeship/internship that sufficiently supplied experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position OR any other combination of education and professional experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the job.
No phone calls, applications accepted ONLINE ONLY through the link posted.
Additional Information
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Description
Pay Grade: K
Job Code: GSP090
Click HERE for Video
Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
As a MRC unit leader, you are responsible for ensuring that your unit continually meets the MRC registration criteria and remains an active and viable member of the national MRC network. This individual will lead the development, management, operation, and sustainability of the unit. This position will work up to 29 hours per week.
As a MRC Coordinator within the Northeast Health District at the Georgia Department of Public Health , you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.
Job Responsibilities
As a minimum, MRC unit leaders are expected to accomplish certain ongoing activities essential to the viability, effectiveness, and success of the MRC unit. These activities include:
• Updating the MRC unit’s profile on the MRC Program website at least quarterly (once every three months)
• Following guidelines for requesting and utilizing the MRC logo
• Developing plans for establishing, administering, and sustaining the unit
• Verifying the credentials of members with professional licenses and certifications
• Participating in public health, preparedness, and emergency response activities consistent with the unit’s mission
• Developing and enhancing partnerships and affiliations with local and community stakeholders
• Active participation in the MRC network at the local, state, regional, and national levels
Developing comprehensive plans and strategies to establish, operate, and sustain the MRC unit are essential responsibilities of the MRC unit leader. These plans and strategies should focus on the core elements of the MRC unit, including:
• Developing a mission, goals, and objectives for the MRC unit
• Developing a process for volunteer screening and verification of professional credentials
• Volunteer management, including recruitment, engagement, recognition, and retention of volunteers
• Developing an appropriate organizational structure (that allows for management and utilization of volunteers)
• Developing partnerships with local stakeholders, such as local government agencies and community groups
• Integrating the MRC unit into local and state plans for public health and emergency response
• Developing a volunteer training program that includes ICS and NIMS, and incorporates the MRC Core Competencies
• Developing procedures for volunteer activation, utilization, and deactivation
• Developing and implementing plans and strategies for sustaining the MRC unit
• Evaluating the effectiveness of MRC unit programs and activities, and the performance of MRC volunteers
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND One year of related experience
OR
Completion of an apprenticeship/internship that sufficiently supplied experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position OR any other combination of education and professional experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the job.
No phone calls, applications accepted ONLINE ONLY through the link posted.
Additional Information
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.